Mimosa dasyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
ildis
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.21: 338 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195903
Common Names
- Mimosa dasyphylla
- Thick-Leaved Mimosa
- Thick-Leaved Sensitive Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa dasyphylla (also called Dasyphyllous Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry deciduous forests, scrub and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa dasyphylla is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa dasyphylla is small and yellow. The seed is a small, black, hard nut. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa dasyphylla is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and bipinnate leaves. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. It can also be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer.
Where to Find Mimosa dasyphylla
Mimosa dasyphylla can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.
Mimosa dasyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa dasyphylla?
Mimosa dasyphylla
What are the common names of Mimosa dasyphylla?
Dense-leaved Mimosa, Catclaw Mimosa, and Sensitive Plant
What is the distribution of Mimosa dasyphylla?
It is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia
Species in the Mimosa genus
Mimosa bimucronata, Mimosa busseana, Mimosa elliptica, Mimosa invisa, Mimosa latispinosa, Mimosa mossambicensis, Mimosa pigra, Mimosa polydactyla, Mimosa pudica, Mimosa rubicaulis, Mimosa scabrella, Mimosa suffruticosa, Mimosa antioquensis, Mimosa lepidophora, Mimosa parvifoliolata, Mimosa acapulcensis, Mimosa aculeaticarpa, Mimosa adenocarpa, Mimosa affinis, Mimosa albolanata, Mimosa alleniana, Mimosa amambayensis, Mimosa apodocarpa, Mimosa argillotropha, Mimosa aspera, Mimosa bahamensis, Mimosa barrancana, Mimosa barretoi, Mimosa benthamii, Mimosa berroi, Mimosa brachystachya, Mimosa brevipetiolata, Mimosa caerulea, Mimosa cainguensis, Mimosa calcicola, Mimosa calliandroides, Mimosa callithrix, Mimosa campicola, Mimosa canahuensis, Mimosa candelabrum, Mimosa coelocarpa, Mimosa colombiana, Mimosa congestifolia, Mimosa corynadenia, Mimosa cubatanensis, Mimosa cuzcoana, Mimosa cyclophylla, Mimosa deamii, Mimosa dryandroides, Mimosa dutrae,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa dasyphylla Baker: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.